Barbounia
New York, NY 10003
Phone: (212) 995-0242
- Price:
- $$$$
- Cross Street:
- 20th Street
- Directions:
- 6 at 23rd St
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 11:30am-4pm, Sun & Mon: 5:30pm-11pm, Tues-Sat: 5:30pm-12am, Sat & Sun: 11am-4pm
Message from Barbounia
Mediterranean Luxury in the Heart of Manhattan
- Fresh Fish from the Grill
- Awarded "Best Lamb chops- NYC"
- "Most Comfortable dining"
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Editorial Review for Barbounia – by Kara Zuaro
The Scene
In this airy space, with tall columns and an open kitchen, gracious waiters dressed in gold vests and blue ties lead patrons to some of the most comfortable seats on the New York restaurant scene. Greek disco music adds to the festive mood without overpowering conversations, and, overhead, a flirtatious and feathery chandelier sways in the breeze.
The Food
You won't find any gyros on this up-market Greek-leaning menu. Light and flaky barbounia--the signature fish dish--and incredible tender octopus make satisfying starters, but don't miss the souvlaki, delectable skewered chicken and a head-on giant prawn with creamy tzatziki. For the main course, braised duck tops butternut squash risotto and crispy-skinned snapper sizzles on a bed of lentils and kalamata olives. The must-try rabbit is served two ways--half is rolled in crisp phyllo dough and the other half in Serrano ham. Finish with the deeply flavorful Turkish coffee custard with pistachio ice cream.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoThe bar is open seven days a week from 11:30am to 1am.
What to DrinkDi Majo Norante's 2002 Aglianico Contado ($38) is a fruity red with notes of dark chocolate that pairs well with the bright Mediterranean fare.
On the MenuWood oven-toasted sandwiches, packed with prosciutto, bressaola, vegetables, or tilapia are perfect for lunchtime diners.
User Reviews for Barbounia
08/04/2008 Posted by joojooppa
The ambiance was definitely the draw-in for me. Went to this place with a friend during restaurant week for our birthdays. Very disappointing. Yes, the setting is nice but the tables were SO close together - literally 2 inches apart. Made the whole experience a real downer. On top of that, the food was just so-so. Had the tuna carpaccio, duck breast and yogurt dessert and was not impressed. If it wasn't restaurant week and I was paying full price, I'd be a little more than upset.
Pros: service
Cons: food
07/21/2008 Posted by rachelz3
Top Restaurant. So far this is the only restaurant my friend cleaned her plate on every course. Restaurant Week menu was everything fabulous. Oysters with caviar, Tuna Carpaccio- YUMMY. Duck was my favorite, schwarma tender. Panna Cotta dessert was better than Gotham- more taste, the kanefeh delicious. Friendly relaxed service, hostess welcoming, servers attentive, all diners smiling. They certainly have a way with flavors. Greek Mojito rocked. We arrived with a stroller and they were helpful. This is what a great restaurant should be. An adventure worth taking. Go.
Pros: Taste!
Cons: none
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